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SB 795

Relating to creation of the gulf coast protection account to be administered by the General Land Office.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Carol Alvarado

SB 795 establishes a dedicated Gulf Coast Protection Account under Texas General Land Office management to fund coastal resilience and restoration projects.

Left pending in committee
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Bill Summary · SB 795

Legislative bill overview

SB 795 creates a dedicated "Gulf Coast Protection Account" to be managed by the Texas General Land Office (GLO). The account would presumably fund coastal protection, restoration, and resilience projects along Texas's Gulf Coast. The bill is still in early committee stages as of April 2025.

Why is this important

Texas's Gulf Coast faces increasing threats from hurricane damage, flooding, and sea-level rise that cost billions in recovery. Establishing a dedicated funding mechanism could streamline resources for long-term coastal infrastructure and environmental protection rather than relying on emergency appropriations. How this account is funded and prioritized will significantly impact which coastal communities receive protection investments.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source unclear – The bill summary doesn't specify how the account would be funded (taxes, fees, bonds, revenue from state lands), which is critical to evaluating its feasibility and distributional effects
  • GLO authority and oversight – Questions about whether the GLO has sufficient capacity and accountability mechanisms to manage what could be a multi-billion dollar fund effectively
  • Geographic equity – How projects and resources would be distributed across diverse coastal regions with varying vulnerability levels and economic importance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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